2007 BMW 550 vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, both 2007 BMW 550 and 2007 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2007 BMW X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | X5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |